Vows and Bullets
Chapter 135: The Golden Pocket Watch

Chapter 135: The Golden Pocket Watch

[Music Recommendation: "Forever Rain" by BTS - RM - instrumental version by Smyang Piano]

The warmth of his breath touched my ears, giving me a tingling sensation from a simple whisper.

I tried my best to keep my poker face since we were on a mission, but still... he noticed me.

My husband truly was very observant and attentive to me.

And that... was something I really appreciate.

’Ahh... I really want to hug him... and kiss him. I hope this mission ends soon.’

"Thank you," were the only words I managed to say in a voice that was almost inaudible.

I felt blood rush to my cheeks, making it warmer than earlier. Still, I kept my poker face. After all, it would be weird if anyone happened to see me blushing all of a sudden.

I then shook my head and focused back on the daring man who approached Agent Hades. Thanks to my sensitive hearing, I was able to listen to their conversation. I could have used a Mythos device, but it would be too risky. Given the complex scanner they had at the entrance for scanning invitations, we thought they might have hidden technology in the place that might be able to detect any unknown device to them—and that was something we couldn’t risk, or else our mission tonight would fail.

"Now that we are alone," Agent Hades started the conversation, "I think it is proper for me to know who I’m dealing with, right? Or else, it would be hard for me to trust you."

"Of course, I completely understand," the daring man nodded. Taking out something from his suit’s inside pocket, he said, "Perhaps this will give you an idea of who I am and undoubtedly, raise my credibility."

The thing that he took from his inside pocket was small—just as big as his hand or probably smaller—locked into his coat with a golden chain. I couldn’t see it much from afar since his hand was covering it. Only when he raised it and showed it to Agent Hades did we see what it was.

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My eyes widened the moment I saw it.

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That thing...

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That WRETCHED thing...

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The golden pocket watch with an insignia of an octopus monster!

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’WHAT THE F*CK?!!!’

’Why does he have that?!’

’Why is it the same when he’s not "that" man?!’

’What the f*ck is the meaning of this?!’

’D-Don’t tell me... the person who caused my father’s death...

’Don’t tell me he’s...

’A member of Kraken?’

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I felt my whole world stop when I realized that.

It was no wonder now why that f*cking man was still alive all these years when everyone thought he was dead.

Of course! If he belonged to Kraken, there would be thousands of ways to revive him or fake his death! And there would be thousands of ways for him to get what he wanted—blame someone for his death, make it realistic, buy his way in through the law, and walk freely as if he didn’t do anything wrong.

Yeah, right. He was living so freely, away from the reach of the police, suspicion of any detective agency, and away from the radar of Mythos.

It wasn’t that hard to guess... It was a normal thing that the most notorious criminals and syndicate groups did in order to avoid the law.

Faking their own death... I’ve always suspected it was the case... but to think he was involved with Kraken? Hah! I should have known that the octopus monster was none other than the insignia of Kraken itself! It was so obvious, and I only thought not to speculate since I didn’t have evidence, but now... everything was clear to me.

Meanwhile, my father... my poor, innocent father... became a victim of their elaborate plan to spread more evil to the world.

WHAT THE F*CK?!!!

Of all the people! It just had to be my father!

My father, who didn’t do anything wrong!

F*CK YOU ALL, KRAKEN!!!

CURSE YOU ALL!!!

HOW DARE YOU?!!!

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!

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Deep hatred burned inside me.

A rage I couldn’t begin to describe.

All I knew was that...

My entire being screamed nothing but a single thought...

VENGEANCE!

’All of you... you will pay for all the crimes you committed!’

’And I WILL make sure of that no matter what!’

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And just like that, this mission that we have with Kraken just became more personal to me than it ever was.

It was the very thing I had been seeking all these years.

The very reason I joined Mythos and my sole purpose of being an agent.

Watch me, Kraken.

Watch me as I bring hell to you many times over!

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That time, though my anger was indescribable to the point I wanted to lash out right at that moment, I did not shed a single tear.

It was as if the scarlet flame that raged within me suddenly turned into a tranquil cerulean fire.

But don’t be fooled by its calming color.

For it holds the hottest and most scorching temperature of all.

It doesn’t need to rage like wildfire to burn anything in its surroundings.

It just needs to stand... and stand tall.

Just like that, I swear, Kraken... you won’t see me coming.

Next thing you’ll know, I had already burned you all to the ground.

And I won’t leave a speck of ash to each of you!

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With that in mind, I put my full focus and attention back on their conversation. This time, I need to take this personally and do my very best. I’m not missing out on any details!

"Now that my identity and credibility have been confirmed," the daring man said, "I believe it’s time to discuss business."

The golden pocket watch was now in Agent Hades’ hands. He observed it carefully, every nook and cranny, probably memorizing how it looked. Then, he returned it to the daring man.

"Alright. We may proceed," he said. "But first, what should I call you?"

"You may call me Avarice, or in simple terms... Greed."

"Oh. What a very trustworthy name for a businessman."

"Trustworthy, indeed," the daring man, whom he referred to himself as Greed, smiled like the devil.

How amusing—to see a lesser devil called Greed make a deal with the real ruler of the underworld, Hades. It was obvious who would have the upper hand.

"Far more trustworthy than the recently evicted, Gluttony, don’t you think?"

"Uhm. I heard the news. How very unfortunate."

"It only serves him right. He wasn’t very smart after all."

"In that case, are you trying to recruit me for his spot? I sure don’t like the term Gluttony," Agent Hades. "It doesn’t fit my alluring beauty, don’t you think?"

"Ha-ha-ha! Of course," Greed laughed and hit his knee as if so amused by what he said. "Do not worry. Being one of the ’Legs’ is not that easy."

"Good to hear. After all, I’m already busy as it is. I don’t think I can handle any more exhausting tasks."

"I am aware of that. As a businessman, I always make sure to know my prospects beforehand. That is why the job that I want you to do is very simple. You already guessed it earlier, actually."

"Advertise your product?"

"Indeed. However, the product is quite big to be called that."

"And what will that be?"

"Where else could we earn so much money in just a single night?" Greed asked as his lips curved in an evil grin. "Nothing else but a... casino. And not just one, or two, but hundreds of casinos all over the country."

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